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When Accountability Is the Closest We Can Come to Justice

Wrongful death claims can arise from many situations, including vehicle accidents, unsafe premises, and other acts of negligence. When a death is caused by someone else’s negligence, your family should not have to carry the burden alone.

We know true justice would be rewinding time. While nothing can undo this loss, we help families with aftermath management and pursue the accountability they deserve.

At Torgenson Law, it’s personal. We hold negligent individuals, businesses, and insurance companies accountable so families can focus on healing.

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Why Families Across Arizona Trust Torgenson Law

Direct Support When the Stakes Are High

Direct access to your attorney, clear communication, and steady guidance when serious questions need answers.

Accountability Built from Day One

We preserve evidence, work with experts, and build every case from the start, paving the way if trial becomes necessary.

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Free consultation and no upfront costs. Our firm will never take more in fees than you or your family take home.

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Aftermath Management

We handle the legal pressure that follows a serious injury or fatal accident, so you and your family have one less burden to carry.

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What Qualifies as a Wrongful Death Claim in Arizona?

Usually, it’s not difficult to know when we’ve been wronged and may have a legal case. What’s often more difficult is understanding exactly what type of case we have.

At its most basic level, Arizona law allows a wrongful death claim when a person dies because of another party’s negligent, reckless, or intentional actions.

Common wrongful death cases:

Car, Truck, and Motorcycle Accidents
Wrongful Death on Premises
ATV / off-road Accidents
Workplace Accidents
Drowning Accidents
Pedestrian Accidents
Bicycle Accidents
Medical Negligence

An experienced wrongful death attorney can investigate the circumstances surrounding your loved one’s death, identify liable parties, and help your family better understand its legal options.

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What the Law May Still Recover After Loss

There is only so much the law can recover after a loss. But for what falls within the practical realities of this world, a wrongful death claim may still help provide stability, accountability, and support.

Depending on the circumstances, a wrongful death claim may recover compensation for:

Funeral and burial expenses
Medical bills incurred before death
Lost income and future financial support
Loss of companionship, care, and guidance
Emotional suffering experienced by surviving family members
The loss of household support and stability

We work with economists and life-care planners to project long-term needs, education costs for children, and future household support so the result reflects the full reality of your loss.

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Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim in Arizona?

Arizona law only allows certain family members and representatives to bring a wrongful death claim. Determining who is legally entitled to file can become complicated, especially in situations involving blended families, multiple dependents, or disputes regarding representation.

In most cases, the following parties may have the right to pursue a wrongful death claim:

Spouses
Children
Parents or legal guardians
The personal representative of the deceased person’s estate

In some situations, several parties may share the right to recover compensation. An experienced wrongful death attorney can help your family understand who may file, what damages may be available, and how Arizona law applies to your specific circumstances.

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Commercial van rear-ended and killed clients’ 81-year-old mother

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Tractor-trailer lost control and killed a driver

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Tractor-trailer hit and killed a pedestrian

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can file a wrongful death claim in Arizona?

Arizona law allows certain surviving family members, including spouses, children, and parents, to pursue a wrongful death claim.

How long do I have to file a wrongful death lawsuit?

In most cases, Arizona’s statute of limitations is two years from the date of death. Acting quickly helps preserve evidence and strengthen your case.

What damages can be recovered in a wrongful death claim?

Families and eligible beneficiaries may recover compensation for funeral expenses, medical bills, lost financial support, emotional suffering, and other losses related to the death.

What if multiple parties were responsible?

More than one person or company may share liability. Our attorneys investigate every possible source of responsibility and insurance coverage.

Will the case have to go to court?

Some wrongful death claims settle through negotiation, while others require litigation. We prepare every case for trial from the beginning.

Every Catastrophic Injury or Wrongful Death Deserves Expert Help

The team at Torgenson Law is here to support several case types.

Wrongful Death Workplace Accidents

Brain Injury

Burn Injury

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Wrongful Death Cases Can Take Many Forms

Wrongful death cases can arise from many types of preventable events, including fatal car accidents, fatal truck accidents, fatal motorcycle accidents, fatal pedestrian accidents, drowning incidents, unsafe property conditions, workplace accidents, and other acts of negligence.

Fatal outcomes may also follow severe trauma, where a claim may shift from a serious injury case to a wrongful death claim brought by surviving family members under Arizona law.

In both situations, the legal work must account for the full consequences of the harm. That may mean documenting future care needs, identifying every responsible party, preserving evidence, and pursuing compensation that reflects the seriousness of what happened.

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